Welcome to Technology Leadership! Throughout the short duration of this class, we will be using Wikispaces as our digital classroom for learning both in and outside of class. Please be sure you check back often. The wiki will contain all your information about your class.
Look at the keynote on the boards for directions on this challenge
Once you have finished the exercise, reflect on the following questions
What did you notice about your teammates and others while performing the challenge?
What would you have done differently?
How do you think kids would fair with this activity in the classroom?
How successful do you think your group was?
Video: The Marshmallow Challenge
Marshmallow Challenge Debrief Questions
Class Discussion--The Students we Teach today
Class Discussion--What is the biggest concern/issue you have with students today?
How do we engage students today and bridge the gap between the real world and the classroom?
Using Google Classroom
Google classroom can be used by and educator. Google Classroom currently only allows educators to use the site. With Google classroom, you can create assignments, post announcements and create an online environment for your students to interact with each other and you. Google classroom is great for teachers wanting to extend their classroom or do blended or personalized learning.
Joining a Class
To join the Furman 2015 class, you will need a code and access to the site.
go to www.classroom.google.com
Use the join t09b2a
Once in Google Classroom, you can see the class and post replies/upload assignments!
Using Evernote
Evernote is a great tool for both adults and students! It helps move the paper notebook to a digital platform. It is free and backs up to the web so you can access it on any device.
Go to evernote.com to create a an account
Explore Evernote throughout this class on multiple devices
Questions for Thought:
How might you use Evernote personally?
Is there a use for Evernote for your students?
Assignment
Explore what Google Classroom can do for you and be prepared to discuss in class.
Project Based Learning Resources (What is Project Based Learning)
The following resources will help you understand a little more about Project Based Learning if you haven't already engaged in it before.
The Buck Institute is probably the most well known organization that has set the state for Project Based Learning
This introductory video on project based learning will give you a good glimpse into what it is all about!
Be prepared for a class activity around Project Based learning and the big picture! Think about your big questions about PBL
Introduction to Technology Leadership!
Welcome to Technology Leadership! Throughout the short duration of this class, we will be using Wikispaces as our digital classroom for learning both in and outside of class. Please be sure you check back often. The wiki will contain all your information about your class.Introduction(s)
Marshmallow Challenge!
Marshmallow Challenge Debrief Questions
Using Google Classroom
Google classroom can be used by and educator. Google Classroom currently only allows educators to use the site. With Google classroom, you can create assignments, post announcements and create an online environment for your students to interact with each other and you. Google classroom is great for teachers wanting to extend their classroom or do blended or personalized learning.Joining a Class
To join the Furman 2015 class, you will need a code and access to the site.Using Evernote
Evernote is a great tool for both adults and students! It helps move the paper notebook to a digital platform. It is free and backs up to the web so you can access it on any device.Questions for Thought:
Assignment
Project Based Learning Resources (What is Project Based Learning)
The following resources will help you understand a little more about Project Based Learning if you haven't already engaged in it before.
Be prepared for a class activity around Project Based learning and the big picture! Think about your big questions about PBL